Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Officer (CDAO) SOF GLSS 2 Program

This position is contingent upon contract award.

Position Summary

The Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Officer (CDAO) for the SOF GLSS program provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for all digital modernization data integration and AI/ML initiatives supporting U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM). This executive role drives enterprise-wide digital transformation ensuring data-driven decision-making mission-aligned AI capabilities and secure scalable technology solutions across aviation ground and maritime sustainment platforms. The CDAO serves as a key advisor to program leadership government stakeholders and technical teams ensuring digital initiatives are executed with precision innovation and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of the SOF GLSS digital transformation roadmap aligning with USSOCOMs data and AI strategy.
• Oversee enterprise data governance ensuring data integrity accessibility and security across all mission systems.
• Direct AI/ML solution development for predictive maintenance logistics optimization and operational readiness.
• Collaborate with program managers IT and engineering teams to integrate digital capabilities into lifecycle sustainment operations.
• Ensure compliance with DoD data policies cybersecurity frameworks (e.g. RMF CMMC) and ethical AI guidelines.
• Serve as the primary liaison with USSOCOMs Chief Data and AI Office ensuring alignment with command-wide digital priorities.
• Evaluate and implement emerging technologies (e.g. edge computing digital twins RPA) to enhance mission effectiveness.
• Lead cross-functional teams in agile development cycles DevSecOps practices and cloud-native solution delivery.
• Oversee digital performance metrics dashboards and reporting to inform leadership and drive continuous improvement.
• Support digital workforce development through training upskilling and change management initiatives.
• Manage vendor relationships and technology partnerships to accelerate innovation and ensure interoperability.
• Escalate digital risks and opportunities to executive leadership providing strategic recommendations for resolution.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science Data Science Engineering or related field (Masters or MBA preferred).
• 10 years of progressive experience in digital transformation data strategy or AI/ML leadership roles preferably supporting DoD or USSOCOM programs.
• Proven experience leading enterprise data and AI initiatives in a defense or government contracting environment.
• Deep understanding of DoD data strategy AI ethical principles and digital modernization frameworks.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g. AWS GovCloud Azure Government) data lakes and AI/ML toolchains.
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity compliance (e.g. NIST 800-53 CMMC RMF) and data governance best practices.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts into mission impact.
• Proficiency with data visualization analytics platforms (e.g. Power BI Tableau) and AI development tools (e.g. Python TensorFlow SageMaker).
• Ability to travel to CONUS and OCONUS locations as required.

Preferred Certifications

• Certified Chief Information Security Officer (CCISO) or Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• Certified Analytics Professional (CAP) or equivalent AI/ML certification
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or SAFe Agile certification
• DoD 8570-compliant cybersecurity certifications (e.g. Security CEH)

Employee benefits include the following:

• Healthcare coverage
• Life insurance AD&D and disability benefits
• Retirement plan
• Wellness programs
• Paid time off including holidays and leave of absences
• Eligible Tuition Reimbursement
• Learning and Development resources
• Employee assistance resources

Pay and benefits are subject to change at any time and may be modified at the discretion of the company consistent with the terms of any applicable compensation or benefit plans.

Required Experience:

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